Location
Villa Muggia was built by the Isler family in the second half of the Nineteenth century and it was the home to three families for almost 200 years. Each family contributed to the creation of the architectural heritage that still exists today. At the end of the Nineteenth century, the German entrepreneur George Von Siemens - owner of the notorious technology company – succeded the initial owners and kept the villa until 1930. The Siemens deeply loved nature and during their stay they added luxuriant floral species to the already existing collection of centuries-old plants that live in the secular park. In 1931 the residence was bought by the Muggias, a family of industrialists from Milan, who gave to the villa the name that still holds today. The Muggias were succeded by Ugo Toso, an industrialist man from Turin who considered the villa as the perfect retreat from the chaos of the city, where he could enjoy all the charm of Lake Maggiore.
The latest owners of the villa, the Tardito-Toso family, introduced new stylish elements of interior design bringing tradition and innovation together whilst preserving the villa’s original appearance. The family later on decided to designate the villa as a location for exclusive events and make it the perfect setting for unforgettable moments.
The splendor of the villa's interior spaces and the magnificence of the park that surrounds it are incomparably beautiful.
The environments
Villa Muggia’s secular park stretches over 3 acres and it is populated by flowers, plants and trees. These change colors according to the season,
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from the intense and decisive shades of pink of azaleas and rhododendrons in Spring, to the soft pastel shades of hydrangeas and fiery reds of Japanese maples dominating in Autumn. At the center of the park sits the majestic fountain that was built in the 1930s, formed of four water levels arranged in gradual steps. This is the perfect place to welcome guests with an iconic Italian style aperitif whilst enjoying the beautiful view of Lake Maggiore.
From the main entrance door and through the atrium, a beatiful view of Lake Maggiore appears in the distance. The main atrium is enlightened by a dominating and precious eighteenth-century Murano glass chandelier and from here all the rooms of the villa can be accessed. Each room is decorated with Japanese tapestries and paintings by the famous Venetian artist Adolfo Mattielli. All rooms are connected to each oother and have access to the magnificent terrace overlooking the lake.
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Giunti alla porta d’accesso, si intravede in lontananza il Lago Maggiore. Dall’atrio, illuminato da un imponente e prezioso lampadario in vetro di Murano del diciottesimo secolo, si accede a tutte le sale della villa. Gli ambienti, arricchiti da numerosi arazzi giapponesi e dipinti del celebre artista veneto Adolfo Mattielli, sono comunicanti tra loro e con la magnifica terrazza vista lago.
ll the bedrooms are situated on the first floor which can be accessed via the prestigious staircase on the left of the atrium. The bridal suite has a private balcony overlooking the lake. The light coming through the large window and the Japanese tapestries create the perfect setting where the bride can peacefully start getting ready for the big day.
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The newlyweds can choose to spend their first night here if they wished to. The Napoleon suite is furnished with prestigious pieces of interior design. The classical bed at the centre of the room once belonged to Napoleon Bonaparte and it has now become one of the main attractions of the villa. This room is also used as an elegant photographic set for the spouses throughout the day.
The marquee is surrounder by the blooming flowers and trees of the secular park. It can host events of all kind, from banquets to gala dinners and weddings, with enough capacity for all the guests to enjoy the event in one unique space
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The elegant white drapery and the lighting system of the marquee create a romantic and suggestive atmosphere, particularly at sunset.
How to reach us
Villa Muggia è facilmente raggiungibile con qualsiasi mezzo di trasporto: in auto: Prendete l’autostrada A8 in direzione Laghi-Sesto Calende-Varese, quindi l’autostrada A26 in direzione Gravellona Toce fino all’uscita Carpugnino. A Carpugnino seguendo le indicazioni per Stresa si raggiunge la struttura godendo della vista sul Lago Maggiore e sulle Isole Borromee. In treno: Treno regionale destinazione Domodossola con fermata Stresa. La stazione di Stresa dista 600 metri dalla struttura.
DALLA SVIZZERA A STRESA
Entrate in Italia passando da Brig-Sempione o Gottardo-Locarno. Da Brig (1h30m, 100km) proseguite per Milano, imboccate l’autostrada A26 e uscite a Baveno-Stresa. Da Locarno (1h10m, 55km) proseguite per Cannobio, quindi Verbania e infine Stresa.
DAGLI AEROPORTI DI MILANO A STRESA
Stresa è situata a 45 km da Milano Malpensa (MXP), 110 km da Milano Linate (LIN) e 130 km da Milano Bergamo (BGY).
